KMART TO TEST DRIVE C-STORE RETAIL FORMAT

TROY, Mich. -- Kmart Corp. here said it plans to test a new format -- a gas station with convenience items called Kmart Express -- on the parking lots at four stores this year.outh Haven, Miss. -- and possibly at two additional locations -- so the company can evaluate the concept, a Kmart spokesman told SN last week.Kmart Express units will include gas pumps outside a small building, inside of which

Jul 03, 2000

TROY, Mich. -- Kmart Corp. here said it plans to test a new format -- a gas station with convenience items called Kmart Express -- on the parking lots at four stores this year.

outh Haven, Miss. -- and possibly at two additional locations -- so the company can evaluate the concept, a Kmart spokesman told SN last week.

Kmart Express units will include gas pumps outside a small building, inside of which the company will sell automotive supplies, primarily oil, plus snacks, bever